Flag-Hoisting ceremony at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, scheduled for 25 November, which also marks the formal announcement of the temple’s completion by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Preparations for this “historical event” are being closely managed by Ram Mandir Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Mishra, with technical assistance provided by Defence Ministry experts to ensure the flag system on the 42-foot pole is robust. The event, timed for the festival of Vivah Panchami, will be preceded by five days of Vedic rituals, and while thousands of dignitaries are invited, general public access will be restricted until the following day

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Flag Hoisting

This ceremony is known as the ‘Dhwaj’ or ‘Dhwajarohan’ ceremony. It marks an important new chapter in the history of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi movement. The flag hoisting is the formal announcement that the construction of the magnificent Ram Mandir is now complete.

Ceremony Overview and Significance

The flag hoisting event is more than just a religious function; it is seen as the culmination of national cultural self-esteem and a symbol of faith, development, and national pride.

The ceremony serves as a religious declaration to all devotees that the temple, including the outer security wall called the ‘Parkota’, is finished in every way. This calls on every devotee to visit the temple and offer prayers.

During his visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform aarti (a form of worship) for Ram Lalla and the whole Ram Darbar (Lord Ram’s family). The entire Ramkot area will be lit up with lights, similar to the Deepotsav festival.

Event Date and Key Participants

The main flag hoisting ceremony is scheduled for 25 November.

The main participant in this historic moment will be Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Other important people expected to be present include the Chief of the RSS (Mohan Bhagwat), the Governor of Uttar Pradesh (Anandiben Patel), and the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh (Yogi Adityanath).

The Prime Minister is expected to remain in Ayodhya for about three hours on that day.

Around 8,000 to 10,000 prominent guests have been invited to attend the ceremony. Other sources mention 6,000 to 8,000 invitees. The invitations mainly cover the eastern Uttar Pradesh region, spanning from Kanpur to Ballia.

Ceremony Preparations

Nripendra Mishra, the Chairman of the Ram Mandir Construction Committee, is closely managing preparations for the ceremony. The plans for the event are sent to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) for final approval and instruction.

The Flag (‘Dhwaj’):

• The flag will be saffron (kesariya).
• It will feature symbols of the Sun, the sacred symbol Om (ॐ), and the Kovidaar tree (Kalpavriksha).
• The flag will be large, measuring 22 feet long and 11 feet wide, and weighing about 11 kg.
• It is made from nylon material, similar to what is used for parachutes.

Flagpole and Technical Support:

• The flag will be placed on a 42-foot high flagpole.
• To protect it from strong winds (up to 60 km/h), the pole includes a 360-degree rotating chamber.
• Experts from the Defence Ministry are helping technically to ensure the hoisting on the spire goes perfectly without any issues.

Religious Preparations:

A five-day Vedic ritual will take place from 21 November to 25 November. This includes chanting of Ramcharitmanas and Vedic fire rituals (Havan).

Religious and Cultural Significance

This event is not just about building completion; it adds another golden chapter to the movement of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.

The ceremony falls on the auspicious festival of Vivah Panchami. This event is also linked to the first-ever celebration of Shri Sitaram Vivahotsav (the wedding festival of Sita and Ram) within the temple complex.

The completion announcement is seen as a sign that the struggle of the Sanatanis (followers of Sanatana Dharma) is finally over.

An appeal is being made to all countrymen to join the ‘Har Ghar Bhagwa Dhwaj’ (Saffron Flag in Every House) campaign by hoisting a saffron flag at their homes on 25 November.

Historical Context of Ram Mandir

The construction of the Ram Mandir was made possible after the Supreme Court delivered its decision on 9 November 2019.

The journey to completion has involved major steps under PM Modi’s leadership: the Bhoomi Pujan (groundbreaking ceremony) in 2020, the Pran Pratishtha (consecration ceremony) in 2024, and now, the announcement of the temple’s completion in 2025.

Architectural Highlights of the Temple

The temple has been built in the traditional Nagara style.

• Dimensions: The temple is 380 feet long (East to West) and 250 feet wide.
• Structure: It has three floors, with each floor standing 20 feet high.
• Features: The temple complex contains 392 pillars and 44 doors.
• Deities: The ground floor Garbagriha (sanctum sanctorum) houses the child form of Lord Ram (Shri Ram Lalla). The first floor holds the images of the Ram Darbar (Lord Ram’s family).
• Subsidiary Shrines: The complex includes subsidiary temples (Panchayatan). The six other temples where the flag will be hoisted are dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesh, Lord Hanuman, Lord Surya (Sun God), Maa Bhagwati, and Maa Annapurna.

FAQ’s For Ram mandir flag hoisting

When is Ram Mandir flag hoisting ceremony? 

The flag hoisting ceremony will take place on 25 November.

How many workers are preparing for Ayodhya Ram Mandir flag hoisting?

Preparations are intensive, and special efforts are being made to make the event historical, but the exact number of workers preparing for the event is not specified

Will PM Modi hoist the Sacred flag atop Ayodhya’s Ram temple? 

Yes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the programme and will hoist the flag (‘Dhwaj’) atop the Ram temple.

When will the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple flag hoisting ceremony start?

The auspicious time (muhurat) for the (flag hoisting) is between 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM. However, the religious rituals leading up to the main event will run for five days, starting on 21 November.

Will PM Modi hoist the saffron nylon flag?

Yes, PM Modi will hoist the flag. The flag is described as saffron and made of nylon.

Will PM Modi hoist ‘Dhwaj’ atop Ram temple spire in Ayodhya?

Yes, PM Modi will hoist the Dhwaj (flag) atop the main spire (Shikhar). In total, he will hoist flags on the main spire and the six other temple spires within the complex, making a total of seven spires.